Insurance articles

Altrisk launches cancer and retrenchment cover

11 November 2013 · Staff Writer

Altrisk has recently launched two types of insurance cover for cancer and retrenchment. 

Can you afford to live longer?

26 July 2013 · Staff Writer

South Africans are living longer, according to latest figures but can they really afford to?

Ombudsman names insurers with most complaints

25 July 2013 · Staff Writer

The short-term insurance industry will experience even more transparency with the Ombudsman's recent report on customer complaints.

SA health insurance industry ranks ninth

SA health insurance industry ranks ninth

9 July 2013 · Staff Writer

A recent survey shows that South Africans are happy with their health insurance.

Government could ban the sale of used car parts

26 June 2013 · Staff Writer

An amendment to the National Road Traffic Management Act, could ban the sale of used car parts and impact insurance premiums.

Fraudsters threaten existence of hospital cash plans

11 June 2013 · Staff Writer

Life insurers could cancel policies to combat the increase in fraudulent claims.

Protect your home against adverse weather

7 June 2013 · Staff Writer

Check your insurance cover and maintain your home to ensure your claim doesn’t get repudiated.

Should you report every minor accident to your insurer?

5 April 2013 · Staff Writer

We look into Jerrier vs. Outsurance to find out why the case caused such a stir and what it means for the consumer.

It pays to be honest with your life insurer

It pays to be honest with your life insurer

2 April 2013 · Staff Writer

Play open cards with your life insurer to ensure your claim is honoured.

Insuring Fido: should you buy pet insurance?

26 March 2013 · Staff Writer

Could you afford surgery that could run into thousands of rands for your pet? We explore the pros and cons of pet insurance.

Four common insurance questions

5 February 2013 · Staff Writer

Guest columnist, Robyn Farrell, managing director of 1st for Women Insurance, answers your questions.

Santam introduces free benefits for policyholders

28 November 2012 · Staff Writer

Santam has launched six free benefits for its policyholders ranging from free roadside assistance to home repair assistance.